Technology+Education+Department


 * Technology Education **

The following courses cover the Pennsylvania academic standards for Science and Technology.


 * PLTW-Electronics-9th grade
 * Production Systems-10th, 11th, & 12th grades
 * Introduction to Engineering Design-9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grades
 * Principles of Engineering-10th, 11th& 12th grades
 * Civil Engineering and Architecture-10, 11th & 12th grades

__** Project Lead The Way-Electrons-Tech 9 rotation (1/4 credit) **__

"Magic-of-Electrons" is the last phase of the Gateway To Technology offered through Project Lead the way for the middle school level. In this course, all freshmen will learn the electronic theory through a hands-on approach to education. Students will gain knowledge in both traditional electronics as well as Digital Electronics.

__** Production Systems (1 credit) **__

Productions Systems is a course designed to give students a hands-on experience using various machinery and fabrication technique to create a marketable product. Production requires safe and effective use of high powered equipment in order to achieve a quality produced product. Production Systems is a combination of both the Metal working and Woodworking labs. The Metalworking aspect will focus on shop safety, oxy/acetylene welding and cutting, foundry, arc welding, machining and other various tooling procedures, whereas the woodshop will also focus on shop safety and various tooling to produce high quality projects.

* It is highly recommended to take Introduction to Engineering Design prior to taking Production Systems.

__** Introduction to Wood **__

Introduction to wood will focus on the cognitive value of doing physical work by using a variety of tools and techniques to process projects that will require different skill sets. Students will learn about safety, proper tool use, joining, and finishing techniques. Throughout the year Students will be introduced to linear and circular measurement, and a variety of techniques to make straight, angled, circular, and odd shaped cuts. Students will be required to problem solve in order to achieve the desired results, while dealing with differences in materials, human and machine error.

__** PLTW- Introduction to Engineering Design **__** (IED) **** (1 credit) **

This course is a first year sequence of multiple engineering based courses available. The course is geared towards freshman and sophomores; however juniors and seniors may also enroll. IED uses 3D computer modeling software, students learn the design process and solve design problems for which they develop, analyze, and create product models. IED is the first of few courses that will be made available through Project Lead the Way.

__** PLTW- Principles of Engineering (POE) (1 credit) **__

POE is the second course in the PLTW sequence that is designed for 10th or 11th grade students, this survey course exposes students to major concepts they’ll encounter in a post-secondary engineering course of study. Topics include mechanisms, energy, statics, materials, and kinematics. They develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges, document their work and communicate solutions.

*Pre-requisite for this course is successful completion of Introduction to Engineering Design, and is highly recommended to be proficient in Algebra.

__** PLTW- Civil Engineering & Architecture **__** (CEA) **** (1 credit) **

CEA is the third course in the PLTW sequence offered for juniors and seniors. Students learn about various aspects of civil engineering and apply their knowledge to the design and development of residential and commercial properties and structures. In addition, students use 3D design software to design and document solutions for major course projects. Students communicate and present solutions to their peers and members of a professional community of engineers and architects.

*The pre-requisite for this course is the successful completion of the IED, and POE course, or with instructor approval.